Feeling like a bow tie but don't have one around? Youtuber Phill Wade shows us how to tie a regular tie into a bow tie for just such an emergency.

The process is a tad complicated, but kind of awesome once you see it in action. It works better with slimmer ties (the one he uses in the video is a tad big), and it feels a tad silly, but it does give you some options if you're in a bind and need a bow tie right now. Of course, if you need to wear them regularly (particularly to a fancy event), it's probably worth picking a few up to keep in your stash. Check out the video above to see in action, and if you're looking for a different method, this one should work too.